Auli Kuari Pass Tapovan Trek
Kuari Pass: It is at an elevation of 4265m in the heart of Chamoli District of Uttaranchal in the northeastern part of Garhwal. From Gorson, the imposing view of the eastern part of Garhwal Himalayas is truly breathtaking, appearing so near, that one feels like reaching out and touching them. The prominent peaks visible from Kuari Pass are Nanda Devi, Dunagiri, Bethartoli, Devasthan.
Auli: Adiguru Shankaracharya on his visit to Uttarakhand had founded Joshimath which is 47 kms from Badrinath and this snow-covered mountainous region is well known for its winter sports, especially skiing. The third most famous skiing spot in the country is Auli which is just 12 kms away from Joshimath. There are dozens of areas for trekking where a tourists can take a walk and the scenery is extraordinary.
Tapovan: The meditation ground for the Gods at the base of dream mountain "Shivling". We stay one full day in Tapovan to make exclusive walks to the base of high peaks and to witness the out standing sun rise and sun set on Shivling and Bhagirathi group of peaks.
Itinerary of the Trek:
Max. Altitude: 3640 mts
Grade: Moderate
Time: Summer
Duration: 7 days
Average Walking time: 5-6 hours per day
Day 1 (Rishikesh, Garhwal Himalayas India):
Arrive Rishikesh. Meet our representative. Auli - Kuari Pass - Tapovan Trek starts. Dinner & overnight in Rishikesh.
Day 2 (Auli):
Drive to Auli 272 kms with lunch en route. Dinner & overnight at TRH.
Day 3 (Tali):
Day 3 of trek includes a 14-km trek to Tali via Gorson with packed lunch. We view natural lush Himalayas. Dinner & overnight in Tali.
Day 4 (Bagarbudda):
9 kms trek to Bagarbudda/ Khulara with packed lunch. Dinner & overnight in Bagarbudda.
Day 5 (Kuari Pass):
Early morning trek to Kuari Pass 4 kms with packed breakfast and lunch Afternoon return trek to Bagarbudda for dinner & overnight in Bagarbudda.
Day 6 (Tapovan):
Day 6 of trek includes a 14-km trek down to Tapovan with packed lunch. Further 15 kms drive to Joshimath. Dinner & overnight in Joshimath.
Day 7 (Rishikesh, Garhwal Himalayas India):
256 kms drive to Rishikesh. Lunch en route. Arrive Rishikesh. Trek concludes.